JENNIFER LOPEZ AND AMERICAN IDOL PART WAYS

Now one day after fellow judge Steven Tyler announced that him and American Idol are parting ways, Jennifer Lopez is now following suit. Both her and Steven joined the judges panel for seasons 10 and 11 of the talent competition which brought a much needed makeover to the show. This past season 11 had the lowest viewer ratings in American Idol history.

"Something had to give, something has to give. I was really dreading this phone call with you. I honestly feel the time has come that I have to get back to doing the other things that you do, and you have to pay attention to that, too. I could keep doing Idol for the rest of my life, but that would be giving up a bunch of other things. I feel like we had an amazing run. No matter what you guys need over there, I'm always going to be here. I feel there's that tie there. I just can't be there every day like I was for the last two years. It's just one of those special things in your life you don't want to walk away from," she added tearfully."

American Idol has definitely catapulted Jennifer Lopez into a super mega-star! Not only has she been on top of the charts again, but where do you not see all these Jennifer Lopez endorsements? She's seriously in like everything! I feel that through the show, Jennifer Lopez has definitely humanized the celebrity we usually refer to as JLo. She sympathized a lot with the contestants. Since she's not going to be a judge anymore, she said how open she was to being a mentor for one of the weeks while working with the contestants on the show. I know she would be a great fit!

Now for the future of American Idol, where will it head to now? Technically, Randy Jackson is the only judge left, let alone the original! I feel for American Idol to continue competing with other talent competitions, they need to start on a clean slate. Yes I said it, bring 3 new judges to the table! Stay tuned!

You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

Steven Tyler Leaves American Idol

Now that the 11th season of American Idol is under wraps, Steven Tyler has decided to leave American Idol after being a judge for two seasons with Randy Jackson and Jennifer Lopez.

"After some long ... hard ... thoughts ... I’ve decided it’s time for me to let go of my mistress ‘American Idol’ before she boils my rabbit. I strayed from my first love, AEROSMITH, and I’m back – but instead of begging on my hands and knees, I’ve got two fists in the air and I’m kicking the door open with my band. The next few years are going to be dedicated to kicking some serious ass – the ultimate in auditory takeover. On Nov. 6, we are unleashing our new album, Music from Another Dimension on the Earth, Moon, Mars, and way beyond the stars. IDOL was over-the-top fun, and I loved every minute of it ... Now it’s time to bring Rock Back. ERMAHGERD.”

Simon Fuller, co-creator and executive producer of American Idol commented, "I completely understand his desire to get back to his life as the singer in America's greatest-ever rock band. AMERICAN IDOL will miss him!”

I am glad to hear that Aerosmith is getting back together. Though I loved the 10th season of American Idol when Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler joined Randy Jackson as the judges, I felt Steven Tyler didn't really fit in. Yes, he is a veteran in the music industry, but I felt a lot of his critique was useless. Not to mention, his comments, especially to the females were a bit controversial and risque. There were quite a few times where I'd be like "Omg, did he just say that to that minor?! With her parents, even dad right there?!" Best of luck to Aerosmith though, I can't wait to hear their new stuff. Special shout out to Joe Perry ;)

You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

Forbes Names Jennifer Lopez the Most Powerful Celebrity

When you think of Forbes, you think of money am I right? As you know money equals power and for this year's list, an unlikely name was the frontrunner: Jennifer Lopez. For some reason though, I wasn't at all surprised. I mean Jennifer Lopez is on top of her game right now. She's a judge on the popular reality talent competition American Idol, L'Oreal spokesmodel, Venus spokesmodel, perfumes, clothing and accessory line, and a great music/acting career! She seriously has every avenue covered, and she's not failing at anything!

This year's celebrity Forbes list was ranked by earnings, press coverage, and Internet impact. Fame is essentially measured by media visibility in print, television, radio, and online, plus social media power on Facebook and Twitter. Jennifer Lopez catapulted to from #50 last year to #1 this year! Earnings consist of celeb pre-tax income from May 1, 2011 to May 1, 2012.

The Top Ten (Source Copyright Business Wire 2012):

NAME | 2012 Rank | 2012 Earnings | 2011 Rank | 2011 Earnings

Jennifer Lopez | 1 | $ 52 million | 50 | $ 25 million

Oprah Winfrey | 2 | $165 million | 2 | $290 million

Justin Bieber | 3 | $ 55 million | 3 | $ 53 million

Rihanna | 4 | $ 53 million | New | N/A

Lady Gaga | 5 | $ 52 million | 1 | $ 90 million

Britney Spears | 6 | $ 58 million | Returnee | N/A

Kim Kardashian | 7 | $ 18 million | New | N/A

Katy Perry | 8 | $ 45 million | 12 | $ 44 million

Tom Cruise | 9 | $ 75 million | Returnee | N/A

Steven Spielberg | 10 | $ 130 million | 22 | $107 million

It's nice to see a woman take the number one spot on this list! I absolutely love Jennifer Lopez. She is definitely one of the hardest working women in Hollywood and she deserves all the success she has ever experienced!

You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

AMERICAN IDOL SEASON 11 FINALE!

Let me be the one to tell you that American Idol has the Best Finale! Seriously all the other shows try to top it, but I believe no one EVER will! They have so much star power, and just the entire segment of the special two hour finale is filled with surprises and amazingness!

I feel it's like you cannot meet one moment of the entire show because every second of it has something worthy of tuning into. Just to name a "few" of the jam-packed duets and guest performances: Rihanna performed "Where Have You Been"; Chaka Kahn joined all the female finalists in singing "I'm Every Woman"; Neil Diamond sang "Sweet Caroline" with all the male finalists; Reba McEntire and Skylar Laine sang "Turn on the Radio"; Josha Ledet and Fantasia Barrino sang Elton John's "Take Me to the Pilot"; Hollie Cavanagh and Jordin Sparks belted out "You'll Never Walk Alone"; Philip Phillips and John Fogerty from CCR teamed up together to sing some classics "Have You Ever Seen the Rain" and "Bad Moon Rising"; Jessica Sanchez and Jennifer Holliday sang the "Dreamgirls" signature song "And I Am Telling You I'm Not Going". The male finalists also did a tribute to Robin Gibb who passed away recently by paying homage to the Bee Gee classics "How Deep is Your Love", "How Can You Mend a Broken Heart" and "To Love Somebody".

To be a judge on Idol, you get some serious exposure. Not only the fact that you're on an insanely popular television reality show competition, but because you can also use it as a platform for your music. Case in point...Jennifer Lopez and Steven Tyler. My girl Jennifer Lopez strutted her stuff and performed "Goin' In" with Lil Jon and Flo Ride and "Follow the Leader" with the Puerto Rican duo Wisin & Yandel. Too bad those baggy bottoms didn't come off, I was waiting to see a more revealing outfit, but as usual Jennifer Lopez just looks too damn good in everything...(love.that.woman). Steven Tyler also got up onstage to perform the new single "Legendary Child" and the classic "Walk This Way" with fellow Aerosmith members.





The best performances of the night for me were definitely Hollie Cavanagh and Jordin Sparks dueting on "You'll Never Walk Alone" and Jessica Sanchez and Jennifer Holliday singing their hearts out to "And I'm Telling You I'm Not Going". All these women put their hearts and souls out to sing these songs and give it's credit due. They totally nailed the songs!





Being a sappy romantic, the highlight of the night was definitely the live wedding proposal from fifth season Idol finalist Ace Young to third season runner-up Diana Degarmo. He brought her up on-stage and confessed his love for her and their future together. It made me low-key emotional myself seeing this! Of course Diana accepted too! Both actually didn't meet on idol, but on Broadway when they worked on the Hair production together. This is a freakin gorgeous couple and I'm so happy for the both of them! And now I'm low-key obsessing about them!

As Phillip Phillips was announced the American Idol Season 11 winner, I wasn't necessarily surprised. I've been noticing with American Idol that the trends on the winners of each season have usually been males with a country/rock background! It takes me back to Taylor Hicks, Scotty McCreery, and now Phillip Phillips. Even though Jessica Sanchez didn't win, though she totally deserved to in regards to her amazing and soulful voice, her career is basically taken care of. There have been numerous American Idol contestants who didn't win the title, but have had even more successful careers than the actual winners! Remember Jennifer Hudson and Clay Aiken? Nonetheless, congratulations to PP! I'll definitely support you Miss Jessica Sanchez! And to the beloved American Idol, keep doin' your thang with these finales!

You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

Stand-Alone Pic of Jennifer Lopez In White Swimsuit for VOGUE June 2012

The wet hair, the essence of summer, the shimmering skin, the elegant white swimsuit.... it speaks volumes. Check out Jennifer Lopez... she's really defying her age and has already climbed to #1 on the Forbes Celebrity 100 list. Wow to her comeback...

Pic: Tumblr Vogue

J-Lo Walks Into 'American Idol' Studios In Figure-Flattering Cream Suit; On CELEBRITY 100 At #1 !!

Although this may possibly be Jennifer Lopez's (aka J-Lo or Jenny from the Block) last week on American Idol due to her coming world tour with Enrique Iglesias, she isn't going away anytime soon. She has accrued quite the COMEBACK career as she roared into American Idol and into the media and social media ranks, placing herself at #1 on Forbes's Celebrity 100 List!

Career aside, that's a nice cream-colored suit she wore with those strapped, gold-platform heels. Rock 'em out, J-LO!!

Pic: Just Jared

J-Lo MURDERS The Game With Her Hip-Huggin', $8,000 LANVIN Dress!!

Jennifer Lopez, J-LO, was spotted in Hollywood, announcing her world tour in this $8,000 LANVIN number with attached Swarovski snake embroidered around the neck. She added EXTRA with her Giuseppe Zanotti ankle strap stilettos.

What a powerful, LADY-IN-CHARGE look! The guy in the pic is her new boyfriend Casper Smart, stepping out of a wet-black Rolls-Royce Ghost, valued at $300,000+.

Pic: Necole B***hie

J-Lo's Stunning Hot-Pink Michael Kors Dress for AMERICAN IDOL!!

A lookback to what Jennifer Lopez wore the other night for 'American Idol'. She wore this Michael Kors slash dress with Gucci Leigh platform sandals that just aimed to wow and show off J-Lo and her curves.

What a beautiful woman.

Pic: Fashion Bomb Daily

(Excerpt from Fashion Bomb Daily) Jennifer Lopez's Stunner Black Ensemble on 'American Idol'

I've got to say that this is one great look on J-Lo. It's very versatile and can be easily played into warm weather, a day off, a sensual/business casual look (even though I said Business, it probably isn't what you should wear to work, ladies), or an event (upscale).

Here's how Fashion Bomb Daily, one of my fav fashion websites, describes Jennifer Lopez's look:

On the latest episode, she rocked a $695 Valentino Organza Ruffle Detail Top and $850 Valentino Cady Shorts with $1195 Christian Louboutin Balota Glitter Platform Sandals

Pic: Fashion Bomb Daily

Jennifer Lopez Channels her Inner 'TOUGH BRONX GIRL' for V Magazine New Issue

This is a huge turn-away from Jennifer Lopez's glamorous and sensual looks (i.e. 2012 Oscars and prior) as she sports a more TOMBOY-ish look on the latest cover of V Magazine. Jennifer Lopez is seen here channeling her 'TOUGH BRONX GIRL' image as she wears a men's jockstrap, boxer robe, training gloves, and a rolled-up white beater.

Very interesting take on a 'woman's toughness'. The background is also a nice play-in with the boxer robe and makeup.

Pic: Necole B***hie

ACADEMY AWARDS 2012 RECAP!

The biggest awards show took place last night at the Nokia Theatre featuring the biggest movies being recognized for outstanding achievement in the film world. Billy Crystal hosted the ceremony for the ninth time. I honestly have to say that I enjoyed watching the Oscars more than the Grammys, even though I hardly watched any of the films!

There were two best moments of the night for me. One was when Octavia Spencer won Best Supporting Actress for The Help, seeing her breakdown upon accepting her award brought tears to my eyes! Also when Meryl Streep won for Best Actress in The Iron Lady. After being nominated for so many times, she finally won her third Oscar. Seeing her officially be recognized for her achievements as an actress for all these years was truly heartwarming, she is such a beautiful woman.

If you missed the show last night, here are a list of the winners and the contenders in every category: http://oscar.go.com/nominees


Who can forget the best dressed of the night?! A trend on the red carpet were the fair colors such as whites, creams, and silvers.


Octavia Spencer looked lovely in a silver sparkly Tadashi Shoji gown.

Viola Davis looked so perfect in an emerald green Vera Wang gown.

Maya Rudolph looked amazing in Johanna Johnson, I love this gown so much!

Emma Stone looked like an Oscar, but red of course in a bow necked Giambattista Valli dress.

Angelina Jolie definitely looked beautiful on the red carpet in a black Versace gown with a high slit, BUT her right leg thrusting out of every picture was not too cute...really, every picture though?

Rooney Mara is just a naturally stunning looking person. She looked so beautiful in a white Givenchy gown straight off the runway.

Jennifer Lopez was my BEST DRESSED OF THE NIGHT! She looked so stunning in this Zuhair Murad gown that fit her body so perfectly and showed off her glow so well.

I love how the creams and whites are making their way onto the red carpet, not only is it fresh but it's just perfect for Spring which is awaiting!



You Just Do You, Imma Do Me

Camille

2012 Oscars Edition: Jennifer Lopez's Sheer/Skin-Tone Gown One of Best of 2012 Oscars

Jennifer Lopez is still smoking hott when she puts 20-SOMETHINGS to shame! Yes, the above picture is the sheer micro-tulle gown she wore to the 2012 Oscars. It revealed lots of skin tone but didn't reveal anything PERSONAL, leaving much to one's imagaination.

To me, this was easily one of the best dresses of that night. Even though the gown was a bit risque when it looked more fitting for the Grammys, J-Lo's subtle diamonds, Salvatore Ferragamo clutch, and bun atop her head balanced the gown out nicely.



J-Lo and Cameron Diaz

Pic: Google

Hollywood Actress Jennifer Lopez nice wallpaper

Name: Jennifer Lynn Lopez

Nick Name: J. Lo, La Lopez, Lola

Height: 5’7’’ (1.70m)

Date of Birth: July 24, 1969

Birth place: The Bronx, New York, USA

Jennifer Lopez (born July 24, 1969) is an American actress, singer, record producer, dancer, fashion designer and television producer. She is the richest person of Latin American descent in Hollywood according to Forbes, and the most influential Hispanic entertainer in the US. She parlayed her media fame into a fashion line and various perfumes with her celebrity endorsement. Outside of her work in the entertainment industry, Lopez advocates human rights, vaccinations and is a supporter of Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

THE ONLY JAIDEN Officially Lists The Seven Of The BADDEST and BEAUTIFUL Women Of 2011!

RIHANNA

It's almost YEAR-END, and I cannot let my blog go into 2012 without listing seven of the BADDEST and BEAUTIFUL women in the game. Here are the following seven women to have graced my list due to their independency, hard-working careers, natural beauty, FASHION, media pull, and natural SWAG.

These women come in no particular rank.

Rihanna. Barbadian Beauty. Multiple #1 Billboard songs. Dominating fashion sense. To the fans, she's addictive. To the haters, she's...addictive, too.

Vanessa and Angela Simmons (counts as one). Beautiful sisters hard-in-paint for PASTRY business. Models-in-making. Both balance each other out; Vanessa is the mundane and 'mysteriously' sexy type while Angela is the no-barred, flashy type.

Jennifer Lopez. Hot mama of TWINS. Sparklin' Emilio Pucci dress and Louboutins (above). Center of attention in American Idol. Hotter in her 40s than most women in their 20s. 'Nuf said.

Beyonce. If you think I should EXPOUND more, *scoff* you must not know 'bout BEY, you must not know 'bout BEY.

Amber Rose. Bounced from A-Lister to A-Lister hopelessly. Landed on her feet with endorsement deals and gaining respectable momentum (contrary to what some may think). Iconic short blonde hair.

Kardashian Sisters (counts as one). 'Kim Kardashian' garners most media attention. Though hated, Kim remains widely relevant. Younger sisters are models-in-making. Khloe is most straight-arrowed. Kourtney is prettiest. ONE BIG BALL of Kardashian Kash, somewhere in $60 MILLION worth range.

...And last but not least... (an unlikely but WELL choice ending up in TWO-WAY tie!)

(TIE)

MADONNA and SADE. This has nothing to do with my piqued interest in older women (well... a little bit) but these two women are still going strong in BUSINESS, BODY, AND BOLDNESS in a music pool of a younger and rapidly-changing generation. Madonna is on a widespread, international 'LIKE' scale; Sade is on a much smaller and concentrated scale and one of those 'mysteriously sexy' women who leave a lot to the imagination.

Pic: Google and Google UK images (various sources)